Nicole Wilson
Springfield,IL
Summary
Compassionate Dental Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, dental procedure assistance, and infection control practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient comfort and support dentist's needs during procedures.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dr. Moffett
Springfield, IL
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Greeted patients and explained procedure steps using calm, clear communication.
- Prepared treatment rooms with instruments, materials, and sterilized equipment for each patient visit.
- Took digital x-rays and updated patient charts with accurate clinical notes.
- Assisted with impressions, suctioning, and four-handed dentistry during treatments.
- Managed supply inventory and restocked clinical rooms to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Mixed materials and prepared casts for dental laboratory tasks, ensuring readiness for procedures.
- Prepared dental materials including amalgam, composite resin, impression material, and cements for dentist's use.
Endodontic Dental Assistant
Dr. Taylor
Springfield, IL
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted Dr. Taylor during root canal procedures with chairside support and instrument handling.
- Captured dental radiographs for Dr. Taylor's endodontic evaluations and procedure planning.
- Prepared treatment rooms for endodontic appointments using infection control and sterilization standards.
- Sterilized endodontic tools and disinfected operatories according to office protocols.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure.
- Maintained patient comfort through clear communication and calm chairside assistance.
- Cleaned examination rooms between patient visits according to established protocols.
Dental Assistant
Heartland Dental
Springfield, IL
01.2014 - 11.2018
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Prepared treatment rooms with instruments, materials, and sterilized equipment for each patient visit.
- Took digital x-rays and updated patient charts with accurate clinical notes.
- Assisted with impressions, suctioning, and four-handed dentistry during treatments.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits.
- Kept accurate records of dental treatments provided for each patient's visit.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Managed supply inventory and restocked clinical rooms for daily operations.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Created and fit dental appliances for patients. adjusting as necessary.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
- Built loyal patient following and retained return patients by providing empathetic and caring service.
Dental Assistant
Maddox Dentistry
Springfield, IL
05.2010 - 11.2012
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Updated patient records with new data and treatment information.
- Exposed dental diagnostic x-rays.
- Passed instruments to dentist, gently sprayed water, suctioned fluids and mixed materials to support dentists during procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Midwest Technical Institute
Springfield, IL 09.2009 - 05.2010
Skills
- Digital radiography
- Dental charting
- Chairside assistance
- Oral healthcare
- Teeth cleaning assistance
- Periodontal treatment assistance
- Oral surgery assistance
- Endodontic procedure assistance
- Pediatric dental care
- Sterilization protocols
- Supply inventory
- Appointment scheduling
- Dental office administration
- Proficient in Dentrix and Eaglesoft
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Team coordination
- Cross-training capabilities
Accomplishments
Graduated top of the class with honors
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Dr. Moffett
05.2025 - 03.2026
Endodontic Dental Assistant
Dr. Taylor
11.2020 - 10.2022
Dental Assistant
Heartland Dental
01.2014 - 11.2018
Dental Assistant
Maddox Dentistry
05.2010 - 11.2012
Certified Dental Assistant - Dental Assistant
Midwest Technical Institute
09.2009 - 05.2010